India’s first zoo to preserve DNA samples: Padmaja Naidu Himalayan Zoological Park in Darjeeling has become India’s first zoo to preserve DNA samples of Himalayan wildlife.Situated in Darjeeling, West Bengal, at an altitude of 2,150 metres (7,050 feet). Founded on 14th August 1958, as a joint venture of the Government of India and the Government […]
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Rushikonda Beach regained Blue Flag certification
Rushikonda Beach regained Blue Flag certification: Rushikonda Beach in Visakhapatnam has regained its prestigious Blue Flag certification after temporary withdrawal due to compliance issues. The Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE), Denmark, administers and monitors the Blue Flag certification globally. In each country, a National Operator designated by the Foundation for Environmental Education (FEE) is responsible […]
World Water Day 2025
World Water Day 2025: The Ministry of Jal Shakti has launched the 6th edition Jal Shakti Abhiyan: Catch the Rain campaign 2025 on 22nd March 2025 (World Water Day) with the theme: “People’s Action for Water Conservation- Towards Intensified Community Connect” (Jal Sanchay Jan Bhagidari: Jan Jagrukta Ki Or). The government reaffirmed its commitment to […]
Equalization Levy
Equalization Levy: The central government has proposed to abolish the Equalisation Levy, or digital tax, on online advertisements, aiming to benefit advertisers on platforms like Google and Meta. The Equalisation Levy was introduced in India in 2016, with the intention of taxing the digital transactionse. the income accruing to foreign e-commerce companies from India. It […]
Financial Action Task Force : In News
Financial Action Task Force : In News India will host the FATF Private Sector Collaborative Forum 2025 in Mumbai, addressing global priorities such as payment transparency, financial inclusion, and digital financial system transformation. FATF is an intergovernmental policy-making and standard-setting body dedicated to combating money laundering and terrorist financing. Objective is to establish international standards […]
Lapis Lazuli : The Earth’s Best Blue
Lapis Lazuli : The Earth’s Best Blue Lapis lazuli is a vivid blue metamorphic rock, known for its striking colour and semi-precious gemstone value. It has been highly valued for thousands of years for use in jewellery, ornaments, and pigments. Composition of Lapis Lazuli The blue colour comes from lazurite (25-40%), a rare mineral. The […]
World Tuberculosis Day 2025 : Theme
World Tuberculosis Day 2025: Theme March 24 is observed as World Tuberculosis (TB) Day to raise awareness about TB and efforts to eliminate it. The 2025 theme is “Yes, We Can End TB: Commit, Invest, and Deliver.” The President of India commended the National TB Elimination Programme (NTEP) for its public awareness initiatives and significant […]
Farakka Barrage
Farakka Barrage: Farakka Barrage was commissioned in 1975, and the 50th anniversary of its operation is being observed in 2025. Situated on the Ganga River in Murshidabad district, West Bengal, approximately 18 km from the Bangladesh border. Began operations on April 21, 1975, after 12 years of construction and an expenditure of ₹130 crores. Diverts […]
IndusInd Bank reported derivative losses of ₹2,100 crore on March 10, 2025, leading to a 23% decline in its share price.
IndusInd Bank reported derivative losses of ₹2,100 crore on March 10, 2025, leading to a 23% decline in its share price: Financial contracts whose value depends on an underlying asset, index, or rate . It is Used for hedging risks, speculation, and portfolio diversification. Common underlying assets: Stocks, bonds, commodities, currencies, interest rates, and market […]
Inner Line Permit
Inner Line Permit: Indian Railways likely to shelve projects in Meghalaya due to local opposition.The Inner Line Permit (ILP) system, originally an offshoot of the Bengal Eastern Frontier Regulation (BEFR), 1873, remains a crucial tool for protecting indigenous tribal communities in India’s Northeastern states.ILP is an official travel document issued by the state government to […]
